CUNY LaGuardia Community CollegeStudent Guide

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College in Long Island City, NY. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall 2026 Session I

The semester, explained for CUNY LaGuardia Community College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 Session I
Campus terms
10
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Session I runs Sep 14, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

10 entries
  1. Spring 2026 Session II
  2. Spring 2026 3W2 Session
  3. Fall 2026 Session IRelevant now
  4. Fall 2026 3W1 Session
  5. Fall 2026 Session II
  6. Fall 2026 3W2 Session
  7. Spring 2027 Session I
  8. Spring 2027 3W1 Session
  9. Spring 2027 Session II
  10. Spring 2027 3W2 Session

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Campus language

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10 terms

A

ACE
Adult and Continuing Education; the division for non-credit courses and professional development.
ASAP
Accelerated Study in Associate Programs; a program providing financial, academic, and personal support.

C

CD
College Discovery; a CUNY support program for students meeting specific financial and academic criteria.

E

E-Building Cafeteria
The main student dining hall located on the pool level of the E Building.

M

MBJ
The primary food service provider operating the main cafeterias and cafes on campus.

S

SGA
Student Government Association; the elected student body representing student interests.

T

The Bridge
The enclosed pedestrian walkway connecting the E and M buildings over Thomson Avenue.
The Bridge Cafe
The dining area located on the 3rd floor bridge connecting the E and M buildings.
The Cobblestones
The outdoor courtyard area often used for student gatherings and events.
The Pool
The Olympic-sized swimming pool located in the basement level of the B Building.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

12 details
B Building
The building located at 30-20 Thomson Ave, housing the gym, pool, and various labs.
C Building
The building located at 29-10 Thomson Ave, housing the bookstore and ID card services.
CUNY Card
The official student photo ID required for building access and library services.
CUNYfirst
The centralized online system used for class registration, checking grades, and financial aid.
E Building
The Main Building located at 31-10 Thomson Ave, housing the library and cafeteria.
EMPLID
The unique 8-digit identification number assigned to every student in the CUNY system.
farmer_s_fridge
Farmer's Fridge
laguardia_cares_rethink_food_partnership
LaGuardia CARES (Rethink Food Partnership)
M Building
Shenker Hall, located at 31-10 Thomson Ave, housing administrative offices and the Little Theater.
m_cafeteria
M-Cafeteria
Session II
The 6-week 'late start' intensive session that follows the standard 12-week Session I.
The Shuttle
The free campus bus service that transports students between the college and the 33rd St-Rawson St 7 train station.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Session I runs Sep 14, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
10 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Long Island City for CUNY LaGuardia Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Long Island City.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$3,500

Cost of Living Index

185

Student Population

15,000

City Transportation

Walkability

95

Bikeability

85

Public Transit

New York City Subway (E, M, R, N, W, 7, G lines), MTA Bus routes, Long Island Rail Road (Hunterspoint Avenue, Long Island City terminals), NYC Ferry – East River and Astoria routes

Nearest Airports

LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

55°F

Avg Snowfall

25 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

29th Street Lot

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Located by the C building; bike racks also available nearby.

M Building Loading Dock

other • limited

Available for athletic teams traveling for games; located off 47th Ave.

Campus News

Latest updates from CUNY LaGuardia Community College

LaGuardia Students Hired by Wells Fargo as Software Engineers Following Apprenticeships

Five graduates from the Class of 2026 secured software engineering positions at Wells Fargo after completing successful paid apprenticeships.

Sep 3, 2026

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LaGuardia's Tomorrow Campaign 2.0 Raises More Than $25 Million

The college successfully completed its Tomorrow Campaign 2.0, raising over $25 million to support student success and academic programs.

Jun 25, 2026

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More Than 1,350 Graduates Cross the Stage at LaGuardia's 54th Commencement

A total of 2,264 students earned degrees this year, with over 1,350 participating in the commencement ceremony held at Queens College.

Jun 18, 2026

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CUNY Alert system is active for emergency notifications via text, email, and voice.

CUNY Alert system is active for emergency notifications via text, email, and voice.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at CUNY LaGuardia Community College

New Student Orientation

September 9, 2026

Mainstage/Little Theater/E-111/E-242/E-Atrium/Poolside/Student Lounge/M-118/M-Cafeteria

A program designed to welcome incoming students, introduce them to campus resources, academic programs, and student life.

Get the Scoop on Voter Registration

September 15, 2026

Half E-Atrium

Students will have the opportunity to learn about voter registration for the upcoming election while enjoying a complimentary scoop of ice cream.

Welcome Breakfast

September 16, 2026

E-Lobby

Join us for our Welcome Breakfast as we kick off the semester with delicious food, great conversations, and a warm community atmosphere!

Small Steps to Changing the Narrative on Suicide

September 22, 2026

E-242

An informative workshop for Suicide Prevention Day focused on changing the narrative and supporting student mental health.

Welcome Back Mixer: Social Networking and Opportunity Event

September 24, 2026

E-242

A fun, interactive networking event for ACCES Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) students and those interested in learning more about opportunities.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@cunylaguardiacommuni.edu

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